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The holidays are here again, and it’s time to get out there and enjoy the festivities at the top holiday events in Middle Tennessee! Though we’ve selected only ten, our amazing region is simply packed with celebrations. Whether you wish to attend a concert, work at a charitable event, be whisked away to yesteryear, or simply roast a s’more and sip hot cocoa under glorious holiday lights, there’s truly something to experience every day and night from now until the end of January.

Now, let’s spotlight ten holiday events of 2024 that are sure to make your days merry and bright!

Holiday Cruise on the Pontoon Saloon
2 Victory Ave. | Nashville

Pontoon Saloon, Nashville’s #1 rated boat cruise on Trip Advisor, is offering their first Holiday Cruise on…

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For many of us in Middle Tennessee, driving around searching for the most gorgeous holiday light displays is one of the season’s traditions. This year, you can save time and gas by heading straight for one of these destinations!

We’ve selected ten award-winning displays from throughout the region. From incredible, world-famous commercial displays to the top independent experiences, whether you’re looking for a synchronized, musical dancing light experience or a long walk down a romantic lane of classic lights, we have the perfect destination for you and yours listed below.

Gather your loved ones and experience the joy of the holiday displays that twinkle and shimmer brightly, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

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Nashville and the surrounding areas are a culinary mecca equaled only by our legendary music scene. Middle Tennessee invented hot chicken, and our region is beloved for blending international influences with the comforting essentials that typify southern cooking.

However, there are times when we want to venture off the beaten path and explore new territories. With that goal in mind, let’s tour ten restaurants that offer unique dining experiences, innovative recipes, and outstanding service. All aboard!

The Catbird Seat
1711 Division St, Nashville, TN 37203

The Catbird Seat invites diners to draw close to the chefs as their meals are being prepared. The tasting menu changes continually, yet consistently transports diners to unrivaled heights of…

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The holiday season is nearly here, which means it’s high time for all of us to get out there and shop for unique gifts that will show our friends, loved ones, and business associates that we care! To get you started, we have voted for our top 10 Best Knickknack shops in Middle Tennessee, and today we’re sharing the winners. No matter what your gifting needs are this year, we are positive the following shops will help you find ideal items.

Gift Horse
1006 Fatherland St #301 | Nashville

Gift Horse is a showcase for paper goods like art, stationery, posters, and greeting cards created by independent artists and illustrators, though they also carry a selection of handcrafted jewelry, unique gifts for children, shirts, and Nashville-themed items. If…

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Fall has returned to Middle Tennessee! It’s time for cozy scarves, pumpkin spice everything, fragrant apples, perfectly ripened squash, and vibrant photos of our boots as we tread through swirling autumn leaves. Throughout our communities, we have been hard at work preparing for our famous fall festivals. Now it’s time to snag tickets before they sell out, clear our weekend schedules, and invite our best friends and extended family members to come out with us and celebrate all things fall.

This September, October, and November, we hope you will visit as many of our region’s Top Fall Festivals as you can. The following are our top 11 destinations (plus 5 bonus selections) and we know you’ll have a blast at any or all of them.

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Middle Tennessee is famous for our savory and spicy dishes, and we love to share the heritage restaurants and newest spots that have caught our interest. Today, though, we’re turning our attention to Middle Tennessee’s sweeter side with a guide to the Best Candy Shops in the region! From handmade chocolate to gift baskets overflowing with handmade treats, you can find anything sweet you’re looking for at at least one spot featured below.

Tempered Fine Chocolates
1201 5th Ave N Ste 103 | Nashville

We adore Germantown’s Tempered Fine Chocolates for their delectable creative custom chocolates! When you want to order a box of chocolates with custom colors, logos, or monograms, this shop will impress you as well as anyone to whom you offer a box as a…

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2024 has been a banner year for Middle Tennessee’s restaurant scene, with as many as three new eateries holding grand openings each month. We’ve been visiting each one in turn, and we’re excited to share our picks for the Top New Restaurants in our region. Whether you’re in the mood for a breakfast bagel, a delectable savory sandwich, or an international gastronomic adventure, we’ve got you covered.

Noko
701 Porter Rd | Nashville

Chef Dung Vo has brought what many visitors are calling “the best food in the city” to Nashville at his new restaurant, Noko. Chef Vo blends traditional and innovative techniques to produce wood-fired brilliance with both proteins and a wide variety of indigenous vegetables. We highly recommend indulging in Noko's wagyu…

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Middle Tennessee’s softly rolling hills and vast green meadows mirror the Scottish landscape around which golf was originally created. It should, therefore, be no surprise that our region is packed with outstanding golf courses. As tricky as it was, our staff put our heads together and selected our Top Ten Golf Courses in Middle Tennessee. From impressive municipal courses to top-ranked country club greens, we have an array of course levels for every skill level and budgetary parameter.

No matter where you play, we wish you the best of luck in achieving your best scores in 2024!

Two Rivers Golf Course
2235 Two Rivers Pkwy | Nashville

Two Rivers Golf Course, located in Donelson, just east of downtown Nashville, offers a challenging yet…

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Middle Tennessee boasts an abundance of beautiful produce, a delectable selection of which are available at our region's farmers markets; open now! The markets also feature skilled artisans selling their handmade goods, all crafted locally, many created from ingredients sourced from the same farms and dairies selling farm-to-table goods throughout the market.

Given the popularity of most of these markets, we recommend arriving early to secure parking and get the best selection of produce and products.

While most vendors now accept cards and electronic payments, it is still advisable to bring cash as a backup. It can be quite disappointing to find something you want, only to learn that the vendor only takes cash.

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We have written this guide for two categories of people: those who are already in love with boba (also known as bubble) tea and those who are open to having their hearts stolen for the first time. 

What is boba/bubble tea? It’s best described as a flavored drink that contains a tea base mixed with milk (non-dairy), blended fruits, or fruit juice, and chewy tapioca pearls, a black-colored starch-based dessert that is essentially the giant cousin of our familiar tapioca pudding pearls. 

The Taiwanese drink reportedly originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, garnering more attention in Southeast Asia before its rise to popularity worldwide. 

Are you ready to find your new favorite boba shop in Middle Tennessee? Let’s dive right in. 

Boba & Bites 
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